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Official Newsletter of Rotary Club of Manila

balita No. 3663, September 8, 2016

GUEST OF HONOR AND SPEAKER

HON. EMMANUEL F. DOOC

Commissioner Insurance Commission

THE ROTARY CLUB OF MANILA

BOARD OF DIRECTORS and

Executive Officers 2016-2017

TEDDY OCAMPO

President

EBOT TAN Immediate Past President

BABE ROMUALDEZ

Vice President

BOBBY JOSEPH ALBERT ALDAY SUSING PINEDA

CHITO ZALDARRIAGA ART LOPEZ

ISSAM ELDEBS Directors

NING LOPEZ Secretary

CHITO TAGAYSAY

Treasurer

LANCE MASTERS Sergeant-At-Arms

AMADING VALDEZ Board Legal Adviser

CALOY REYES

Assistant Secretary

RAOUL VILLEGAS Assistant Treasurer

DAVE REYNOLDS

Deputy Sergeant At Arms

KABALITA With the Insurance Czar at the helm, the rights and interests of the insuring public are safe and secure as he assures his strong

presence at Asia’s First Rotary Club.

What’s Inside Programme 2 President’s Corner 3 Guest of Honor & Speaker’s Profile / Preview of Forthcoming Guest Speakers 4-5 The Week That Was 6-10 Board of Canvassers 11 Election Result 12 Interclub Activities`/District 3810 Area Meeting 13-14 BCP Fellowship 15 RI Pres-Elect Testimonial Dinner/RCM Centennial Meeting 16 International Relations 17-18 RC Manila GML Article 19-21 Sight Saving Committee 22-24 Alay Lakad 2016 25-31 On the lighter side 32 Public Health Nutrition and Child Care 33 Advertisement 34-35

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RCM’s 9th for Rotary Year 2016-17 Officer-in-charge & Program Moderator : Rtn. “Danny” Go Thursday, September 8, 2016, 12N, Manila Polo Club McKinley Room Program Timetable 11:30 PM Registration and Cocktails 12:25 PM Bell to be Rung: Members and Guests are requested to be seated Rtn. “Danny” Go 12:30 PM Call to order Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo

Singing of Republic of the Philippines National Anthem RCM WF Music Chorale

Invocation PDSAA “Val” Aboy A moment of silent prayer for the eternal repose of the soul of PDG “Frankie” Roman who passed-away recently in the grace of our Lord RCManila Hymn

The 4-Way Test Credo All Rotarians

12:35 PM Introduction of Guests and Visiting Rotarians and Personalities seated at the Head Table STAR Rtn. “Vee” David Welcome Song RCM WF Music Chorale

12:40 PM Happy Birthday (Birthday Celebrants:) Sept. 9…Rtn. “Claver” Ramos; Sept. 12…Rtn. “Jing” Lapus and Rtn. “Rody” Antonino; Sept. 14…PT”Jim” Chua

Happy Birthday Song RCM WF Music Chorale

12:45 PM Presentation of RCM check donation Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo to Alay Lakad Foundation, Inc. President Frank Evaristo, assisted by Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman,

Alay Lakad Committee; STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee 12:50 PM President’s Time Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo 12:55 PM Introduction of Guest of Honor & Speaker VPE/Dir. “Chito” Zaldarriaga

ADDRESS: Hon. Emmanuel F. Dooc Commissioner, Philippine Insurance Commission

Public Forum Raffle of Cash Prizes Dir. “Bobby” Joseph Presentation of token of appreciation to Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo

Commissioner Emmanuel F. Dooc 2:00 PM Response and Adjournment

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PRESIDENT’S CORNER

Last week, Sen. Leila de Lima gave us an overview of the issues hurled against

her and her thoughts on the drug menace as well as the extra-judicial killings as she gamely celebrated her birthday in a belated manner with the World Famous Music Committee serenading her.

As for updates within our club, I wish to congratulate the next leaders of our club for Ry 2017-2018 after our just concluded elections last week, namely, Jimmie Policarpio, President, Babe Romualdez and Chito Zaldarriaga as Vice Presidents, and as Directors, Caloy Reyes, Bobby Joseph, Lance Masters, Issam Eldebs and Susing Pineda. Per our By-Laws, for that year I automatically become a member of the Board as Immediate Past President. On a different note, I likewise with to congratulate DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday and Rtn. Dong Benedicto, Chair and Co-Chair, respectively, for our club’s successful participation in the ALAY LAKAD 2016 with the theme, ALAY LAKAD –MAY PAGASA

ANG KABATAAN last September 4, 2016. This committee is chaired by DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday and co-chaired by Rtn. Dong Benedicto where nine (9) of us, namely, DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday, Rtn. Dong Benedicto who was there with his wife, CoS/PP Cesar Ubaldo, SAA Lance Masters, PD Oca del Rosario, IPP Ebot Tan, PP Francis Juico, Alay Lakad Foundation President SDG/IPAG/PP Frank Evaristo and I braved an early morning rise to gather at the Planetarium and walk for a cause. After which, the Manila Rotarians ascended the stage for photo opportunities and to recognize our vital role in the Alay Lakad where our group regained our rightful place in the parade just behind the District Officers. Our deepest gratitude likewise to the ALAY LAKAD Committee for providing free shirts for the walkers, the Rotaract Club of Manila and the Rotaract Club of De La Salle University Manila who joined us in the walk and also to our every generous Rtn. Rickie Yap for graciously hosting a sumptuous breakfast which benefitted both Manila Rotarians and Rotaractors alike. Last September 6, 2016, DGN Rudy Bediones, PE Jimmie Policarpio, Rtn. Hermie Esguerra and I met in Rockwell to discuss plans for the Centennial Celebration. Before I forget, I wish a ton of thanks to DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday, the Editor-In-Chief of the GML for featuring our Solar Panel Project at the Hospicio de San Jose on one entire center spread of the August issue of the GML. This definitely is the way to make some noise towards our centennial celebration.

Updates from around the district include the attendance of IPDG/PP Obet Pagdanganan, DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy

Bediones and CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo at the 30th Induction and 31st Handover Ceremonies of the Rotary Club of Rosario last September 1, 2016 at the Island Cove Hotel and Leisure Park in Cavite where my classmate, ASP Julita de Jesus was inducted as President for RY 2016-2017. The following day, September 2, 2016, CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo was part of the

Governor’s Visit to the Rotary Club of Dasmariñas which was followed by its 26th Induction Ceremonies at the Orchard Golf and Country Club in Dasmariñas, Cavite where IPDG/PP Obet Pagdanganan and DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones were likewise present and where my classmate, ASP Ed Toribio was inducted as President for RY 2016-2017. The following day, September 3, 2016, SDG/IPAG/PP Frank Evaristo, turned over the mantle of responsibility as Chairman of the Best Class Presidents at ceremonies held at the Admiral Baysuites in Manila where DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones was likewise present. The next day, September 4, 2016, our club joined the Alay Lakad 2016. The following day, September 5, 2016, CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo, DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday and I attended the Area Meeting of the district for the month of September at the Aristocrat Restaurant in Manila while DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones and PDG Vince Carlos attended the Dinner in honor of Rotary International President-Elect Ian and Lady PDG Juliet Risely tendered by the Philippine College of Rotary Governors at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in Pasay City. The next day, September 6, 2016, CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo and DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday attended the Governor’s Visit of the Rotary Club of Hiyas ng Maynila at the Bayview Park Hotel in Manila.

Today is insurance day as we welcome Hon. Emmanuel Dooc, Insurance Commissioner, to our club, Asia’s First Rotary Club as he speaks on the Future of Insurance in this administration. I look forward to your cooperation as we endeavor to make our stars shine this Rotary Year 2016-2017 through meaningful projects and fellowships that will strengthen the bonds of Asia’s First Rotary Club.

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GUEST OF HONOR AND SPEAKER’S PROFILE

EMMANUEL F. DOOC Insurance Commissioner (January 2010 up to present)

Honorary Insurance Commissioner of the State of Louisiana, USA

Tel: (02) 525-2015

Mobile: 0917-5647381

1071 United Nations Ave. Ermita, Manila

Email: ocom@insurance.gov.ph

efdooc@gmail.com

Education/Professional Development

• Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI), LOMA, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

• Master Fellow, Life Management Institute (M/FLMI) LOMA, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

• Fellow, Institute of Corporate Directors

• Executive Education Program for Leaders in International Governments, Harvard Kennedy School, Massachusetts, USA, 2014

• International Fellow-National Association of Insurance Commissioners and Center for Policy and Research, USA, 2015

• Strategic Management Program – College of Insurance, New York

• Professional Certificate Course in Anti-Corruption under the International Centre for Parliamentary Studies, London

• Bachelor of Laws – San Beda College

• Graduate Degree – Certificate of Teaching the Visually Impaired, Philippine Normal College

• Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Mabini Colleges

Past Experiences

• Chief Compliance & Governance Officer of all the member companies of the Philam Group

• Tax Lawyer, SGV Tax Division

• Corporate Secretary, Several Corporations

• Senior Vice President & Chief Governance & Compliance Officer, Philam Life & General Insurance Company (2010-2011)

• First Vice President & General Counsel, Philam Life & General Insurance Company (1997- 2005)

• Vice President, Operations Department, American International Assurance, Ltd., HK Head Office (1988-1996)

• Public School Teacher for the blind, Negritoes, juvenile delinquents and regular students from 1969-1979

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Current Directorships

• Trustee, ASEAN Insurance Training and Research Institute (AITRI)

• Trustee, Asian Reinsurance Corporation (ARC)

• Trustee, Jose B. Fernandez Center Board, Asian Institute of Management (AIM)

• Chairman Emeritus, Insurance Institute of Asia and the Pacific Inc.

• Chairman, Mutual Exchange Forum on Inclusive Insurance (MEFIN)(Member Countries: Indonesia, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan,

Thailand, Vietnam and Philippines)

• Vice Chairman, Asian Reinsurance Corporation (Regular Member Countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India,

Iran, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Philippines)

Awards/Recognitions

• Baldomero B. Aguinaldo Award (Outstanding Head of Agency, Department of Finance Cluster) (2016)

• Honorary Insurance Commissioner of the State of Louisiana, USA (2015)

• Outstanding Bedan (2013 and 2014)

• Ulirang Ama Awardee for Law (2001)

• Most Outstanding Rotary Club President (2000)

PREVIEW OF FORTHCOMING CONFIRMED GUEST SPEAKERS

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THE WEEK THAT WAS…

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRANT

IPD “Amading” Valdez as OIC/Program Moderator directs

the program of activities.

PP “Cesar” Ubaldo delivers an

ecumenical prayer.

PP “Cesar” Ubaldo delivers an

ecumenical prayer.

Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo presents Honorable Senator Leila M. De Lima as a special birthday celebrant with the birthday cakes amidst the singing by the RCM World-Famous Chorale led by Chairman PP “Babes” Reyes of the Happy Birthday song. The special cake courtesy of Pres.-Elect “Jimmie” Policarpio, Jr., Chairman, Program Committee.

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IPP “Ebot” Tan, Chairman, Club Election Committee, announces the presence of a quorum for the annual elections of the RCM Board of Directors for the incoming Rotary

Year 2017-18.

Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo for some club project updates during the president’s time.

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Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo for some club project updates during the president’s time.

Controversial legislator, Hon. Leila de Lima, Senator of the Republic of the Philippines, presented before Manila Rotarians, Visiting Rotarians and guests, her answers to the burning issues of the day hurled against her on the drug menace as well as her take on the extra-judicial killings happening throughout the country.

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A pro-active open forum immediately followed right after the speech of Senator Leila M. De Lima. In photo are: PE Jimmie Policarpio, Rtn. Steve Mommaerts, Rtn. Tong Payumo, Rtn. Jack Bautista and Rtn. Citos Manalaysay.

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IPP “Ebot” Tan announces the winners of the elections of the RCM Board of

Directors for the incoming Rotary Year 2017-18.

Pres. Teddy Ocampo presents to Senator Leila M. De Lima a religious icon of Jesus Christ and Mother and Child as the club’s token of appreciation, for being the

guest of honor and speaker.

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BOARD OF CANVASSERS

Seen in photo are: (clockwise) Rtn. Nilo Aventura, PD Rob Sears, Rtn. Dong Benedicto, SDG/PP Frank Evaristo, Rtn. Mike Ozaeta, Rtn. Ray Davis, IPP Ebot Tan, PDG Vince Carlos, PD Ner Lonzaga, PP Francis Juico, Star Rtn. Rene Banzon, Rtn. Manny Blanco, Rtn. Henning Karcher and PT Lito

Sibayan (at the back of the table).

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ELECTION RESULT 2017-2018

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INTERCLUB ACTIVITIES

ROTARY CLUB OF ROSARIO HANDOVER CEREMONIES

IPDG/PP Obet Pagdanganan, DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones and CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo attended the 30th Induction and 31st Handover Ceremonies of the Rotary Club of Rosario last September

1, 2016 at the Island Cove and Leisure Park in Cavite.

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IPDG/PP Obet Pagdanganan (not in picture), DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones and

CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo attended the 26th Induction Ceremonies of the Rotary Club of Dasmariñas last September 2, 2016 at the Orchard Golf and Country Club in Dasmariñas, Cavite

D3810 SEPTEMBER AREA MEETING

DCoS/SDG/Dir. Albert Alday and All Star President Teddy Ocampo together with his All Star

President classmates at the September Area Meeting of District 3810 at the Aristocrat Restaurant in Manila last September 5, 2016 where CoS/IPSDG/PP Cesar Ubaldo was likewise present.

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BCP FELLOWSHIP AND HANDOVER

SDG/IPAG/PP Frank Evaristo turned over the Chairmanship of the Best Class

Presidents at the Best Class Presidents Fellowship, Admiral Baysuites, Manila last September 3, 2016 where DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones was present.

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R.I. PRESIDENT-ELECT TESTIMONIAL DINNER

DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy Bediones and PDG Vince Carlos attended the Dinner in honor of Rotary International President-Elect Ian H.S. Riseley and wife, Lady PDG Juliet Risely tendered by th

e Philippine College of Rotary Governors last September 5, 2016 at the Sofitel Hotel Manila in Pasay City

RCM CENTENNIAL MEETING

CENTENNIAL MEETING. Rtn. Hermie Esguerra, Pres. Teddy Ocampo, PE Jimmie Policarpio and DGN/IPCoS/PP Rudy

Bediones meeting at the Powerplant Mall in Rockwell, Makati City last September 6, 2016 for the Centennial Celebration of the Rotary Club of Manila.

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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS September 5, 2016 Dear Fellow Rotarians, RE : INVITATION OF ROTARY CLUB OF KOWLOON EAST

The International Relations Committee invites you to participate in the 47th Anniversary Fund Raising Ball, Rotary Club of Kowloon East,

Sunday, November 20… Welcome Dinner in honor of visiting sister clubs

Monday, November 21.. 47th Anniversary Ball at the Ballroom of Grand Hyatt Hong Kong Hotel (# 1 Harbour Road, Hong Kong)

The Grand Hyatt Hong Kong Hotel & Renaissance Harbour View Hotel special room rate as follows:

Grand Deluxe Room… HK$ 2,400.00/ HK$ 2,650.00 ( single/ double Occupancy with one / two international buffet

Grand Deluxe Harbour Room.. HK$ 2,900 / HK$ 3,150 (single/double occupancy with one / two international buffet breakfasts. Contact Person: Ms Nicole Wong tel. # 852 2584 7846; Fax# (852) 2802 0731; email: Nicole.wong@hyatt.com The Renaissance Harbour View Hotel HK (Address: 1 Harbour Road, Wanchai, HK) HK$ 1,600.00 (room only) plus 10% service charge per room bnight, non-commissionable. Final guarantee number will be base on the number of rooms held, which 90% of room block reserved is required. Contact person: Mr. Vicki Chan ; tel # (852) 25846834; fax# (852) 28240135; email: vicki.chan2@renaissancehotels.com The following are attending : (1) Pres Teddy & spouse Baby Ocampo (2) Past President Frank Evaristo & Ms Vicky Montilla (3) PD Ed Lee ( Chairman, International Relations Committee) & Ms Daffodil Costelo (4) PP Francis Juico (5) Rtn Jun Bella (6) Sec. Ning and spouse Joy Lopez : ETD MNLNov 19 (Saturday) PR

306 ETA HK 5PM; ETD HK Nov 22 (Tuesday) 6PM PR 307; staying at Grand Hyatt Hotel in Hong Kong Island

(7) PD Ner & spouse Femy Lonzaga

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Please advise us of your flight and accommodation details so we can advise Rotary Club of Kowloon East of your attendance.

Thank you,

Yours in Rotary,

PD ED LEE DIR SUSING PINEDA

Chairman Co Chairman

International Relations Committee

CC: Pres. Teddy Ocampo ; Dir. Issam Eldebs ; file

R S V P

Dear Chairman Ed Lee,

[ ] Attending alone [ ] Attending with ________________

My / our flight details / accommodation are as follows :

Departure from Manila : Date____________( Carrier )______________

ETD MNL: ______ ETD HK _______________

Departure from Hong Kong Date_______(Carrier) _______________

ETD HK________ETA MNL _______________

Accommodation: ___________________________________

By:__________________________ Date :____________________

Signature over Printed Name

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RC MANILA GML ARTICLE

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SIGHT SAVING COMMITTEE

Rotary Club of Manila Sight Saving Committee with Narvacan Nurses Association of America & Local Government Unit of Talacogon, Butuan del Sur, January 24, 2016. Dr. Paul Michael Lee Fernandez, Dr. Jacinto “Jack” Bautista, Elaine Santos, RN. Liliy Chan, RN. Dr. Edgar Mercado (EPHETA).

Dr. Paul Michael Lee, Elaine Santos, RN. Dr. Jacinto “Jack” Bautista, Dr. Michael Fernandez, Dr. Kevin Tan.

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Rotary Club of Manila Sight Saving Committee with Narvacan Nurses Association of America & Local Government Unit of Talacogon, Butuan del Sur, January 24, 2016. Dr. Paul Michael Lee Fernandez, Dr. Jacinto “Jack” Bautista, Elaine Santos, RN. Liliy Chan, RN. Dr. Edgar Mercado (EPHETA).

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Rotary Club of Manila Sight Conservation Committee, RCM Pagkalinga sa Mata Project Chair. Jack Bautista, Jr. MD 16th Joint Project with Lina Group of Companies, Shining Light Ministries, Asian Hospital & LGU Kalibo Aklan & Ibajay Regional Hospital, July 23-26, 2016.

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Yes, Mabuhay Congratulations to SDG/PP Frank Evaristo, as President of Alay Lakad Foundation,

Inc. (ALFI) on another ± 1,000,000 “Walk for Out of School Youth” on the 44th year anniversary of this noble NFP. The President of the Philippines serves as the honorary chairman of the foundation, reminding us all of its importance. Approximately 500,000 participants assembled at 5:00 a.m. and started walking by Quirino Grandstand at 5:30! An unknown number, but estimated additional 300,000, were participating in parallel walks in their communities nation-wide. These traditional walks are organized by Alay Lakad Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with different government agencies, civic and non-governmental organizations, to support and finance ALFI’s socioeconomic projects for the country’s out-of-school youth (aged 17 to 24 drop-outs). The lead sponsors are the Armed Forces of the Philippines, who made the largest contribution of ± 280,000, Federation of Chinese Chamber of Commerce led by Mr. Gerry Ng, Rotary District 3810, Philippines Lions Clubs, Kiwanis Clubs, JCI’s, Philippine Red Cross, YMCA & YWCA, and

founding sponsors, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of the Philippines. Rotary has the honor of leading the walk after the Color Guards and Honor Band of the Philippines Navy. RCM was represented by SDG/PP “Frank” Evaristo, President, Alay Lakad Foundation, Inc., Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo, IPP “Ebot” Tan, Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, Spouse “Marilou” Benedicto, Ms. Annalie Garcia, SAA “Lance” Masters, PP Francis Juico, COS/PP Cesar Ubaldo, IPD Oscar del Rosario, RCM-sponsored Rotaract Club of Manila led by Pres. Katherine Kristine Reyes, and Rotaract Club of De La Salle University Manila led by Pres. Abigail Sarmiento. A special thank you to SDG/PP “Frank” Evaristo, Dir. “Albert” Alday and STAR Rotarian Dong Benedicto for contributing the theme polo shirts this year.

Alay Lakad President Frank received a check for P75,000 from District 3810 Governor Ernesto “Ernest” Yuyek, contributed by the more than seventy Rotary Clubs from our District that participated in the walk. Following the walk, participating RCMer’s were treated to a full breakfast at the historic and ever-elegant Manila Hotel, courtesy

of our very own Rotarian Ricky Yap, Executive Vice-President of the hotel. Thank you, Ricky! There is a special comradery attained through gathering so early in the morning for such a purpose. The fellowship is a rewarding part of coming together to help these “at-risk” youth, who otherwise might fall into even deeper poverty, or lives of crime. The money raised goes to direct educational support with scholarships, and micro-loans for livelihood projects. At-risk youth who gain dignity and hope through Alay Lakad’s programs become responsible citizens. Rotary is proud to support these efforts, all of which are harmonious with the aims of Rotary. * * * * * * * * *

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DCOS/SDG/Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee (middle) with IPP “Ebot” Tan and IPD “Oscar”

Del Rosario holding the RCM Banner for the 44th year of Alay Lakad 2016 annual walk-for-a-cause benefitting the marginalized youth sector of society.

Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo, IPP “Ebot” Tan, DCOS/SDG/Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, SAA “Lance” Masters, IPD “Oscar” Del Rosario together with RCM-sponsored Rotaract Club of Manila queuing-up for the fund-raising walk.

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RCMers’ start walking towards the Luneta Quirino Grandstand for the program proper. From left-right: Ann “Marilou” Benedicto, STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, DCOS/SDG/Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo, IPD “Oscar” Del Rosario, Manila Rotaractor JM Cuales, IPP “Ebot” Tan, and SAA “Lance” Masters.

RCMers’ Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo, IPP “Ebot” Tan, DCOS/SDG/Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, SAA “Lance” Masters, IPD “Oscar” Del Rosario, PP Cesar Ubaldo, STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, Ann “Marilou” Benedicto, together with RCM-sponsored Rotaract Club of Manila led by Pres. “KK” Reyes and Rotaract Club of De La Salle University Manila led by Pres. “Abigail” Sarmiento.

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RCMers’ are all-smiles after the walk-for-a-cause, an annual worthy project, from left: STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, IPP “Ebot” Tan, SDG/PP “Frank” Evaristo, President, Alay Lakad Foundation, Inc., Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo, and DCOS/SDG/ Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee.

Breakfast at Roma Salon, Manila Hotel through the courtesy of Rotarian Enrique Y. “Rickie” Yap, Jr., Executive Vice President, Manila Hotel. Standing from left-right: DCOS/SDG/Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, IPD “Oscar” Del Rosario, Ms. Annalie Garcia, PP “Francis” Juico, IPP “Ebot” Tan, and Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo. Seated from left-right: SDG/PP “Frank” Evaristo, President, Alay Lakad Foundation, Inc., SAA “Lance” Masters, Ann “Marilou” Benedicto, and STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee.

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Alay Lakad President Frank received a check for P75,000 from District 3810 Governor Ernesto “Ernest” Yuyek, contributed by the more than seventy Rotary Clubs from our District that participated in the walk.

AFP Donates to Alay Lakad AFP Chief of Staff General Ricardo Visaya represented by Brig. Gen. Rhoderick Parayno,

handover facsimile check of P280,000 to Frank Evaristo (3rd from left, President, Alay Lakad

Foundation, Inc.; Past President, Rotary Club of Manila) during the 44th annual walk-for-a-cause for the benefit of out-of-school youth, the funds to be used to finance their projects, in consonance with this year’s theme : “Alay Lakad May Pag-Asa Ang Kabataan.” The annual walk-for-a-cause was participated by more than 200,000 participants, on hand to give their donations which totaled P600,000. Joining the handover ceremony from left: SDG/PP Frank Evaristo, Sen. Koko Pimentel, Brig. Gen. Rhoderick Parayno, Jeffrey Ng of Filipino Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice President John Siy of Lions Club.

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Among Rotarians and Spouse who participated from Rotary Club of Manila were Pres. “Teddy” Ocampo, IPP “Ebot” Tan, Dir. “Albert” Alday, Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, STAR Rtn. “Dong-Dong” Benedicto, Co-Chairman, Alay Lakad Committee, Spouse “Marilou” Benedicto, SAA “Lance” Masters, PP Francis Juico, PP Cesar Ubaldo, and IPD Oscar del Rosario.

Pres. of Alay Lakad Frank Evaristo delivers his speech. Pres. Frank and Sen. Koko with the Girl Scouts of the Phils. Senator Koko Pimentel in an interview with various media tv stations.

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Alay Lakad students out of school youth beneficiaries. Students from Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) joined alay lakad for a cause last Sunday, September 4, 2016 at the Luneta Grandstand with Senate Pres. Koko Pimentel as guest speaker

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ON THE LIGHTER SIDE

Positive Thinking Doctor: Your liver is enlarged. Patient: Does that mean it has space for more whisky? (This is called “Positive thinking”) * * * * * Lady to her dietician: What I am worried about is my height and not my weight. Doc: How come???

Lady: According to my weight, my height should be 7.8 feet… (Now this is called “Positive attitude”) * * * * * A man wrote to SBI. “My cheque was returned with remark “Insufficient funds”. I want to know whether it refers to mine or the Bank.” (This is self confidence in its peak) * * * * * This one is classic!! A cockroach’s last words to a man who wanted to kill it: “Go ahead and kill me, you coward. You’re just jealous because I can scare your wife and you cannot…!!!! * * * * * Inter-Religion Integration Seminar I went to an Inter-Religion Integration Seminar. The Bishop came, laid his hands on my hand and said, “By the will of Jesus Christ, you will walk today!” I smiled and told him I was not paralysed. The Rabbi came, laid his hands on my hand and said, “By the will of God Almighty, you will walk today! He was not amused when I told him there was nothing wrong with me. The Mullah came, took my hands and said, “Insha Allah, you will walk today!” I politely told him, “There’s nothing wrong with me.” The Hindu Sadhu came and said, “Son, you will walk on your legs today.” I said “Babaji-nothing wrong with my legs.” The Buddhist Monk came, held my hands and said, “By the will of The Great Buddha, you will walk today!” I had to tell him there was nothing wrong with me. After the seminar, I stepped outside and found my car had been stolen. I believe in all religions now… * * * * * We Want It Back A U.S. Navy destroyer stops four Mexicans in a row boat rowing towards California. The captain gets on the loud-hailer and shouts, “Ahoy, small craft. Where are you headed?” One of the Mexicans puts down his oar, stands up, and replies, “We are invading the United States of America to reclaim the territory taken by the USA during the 1800s.” The entire crew of the destroyer doubled-over in laughter. When the captain was finally able to catch his breath, he gets back on the loud-hailer and asks, “Just the four of you?” The same Mexican stands up again and shouts, “No, we’re the last four. The rest are already there!” * * * * *

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PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION AND CHILD CARE

WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER (Warning against some antibacterial soap)

Elias D. Adamos, M.D.

The US Food and Drug Administration recently impose ban on several key chemicals in antibacterial hand soaps. Studies have shown that some antibacterial hand soap in the market contains chemicals that may damage the body’s immune system. An FDA statement said: “Washing with plain soap and running water remains one of the most important steps consumers can take to avoid getting sick and to prevent spreading germs to others.” Firstly, are there really proofs that products labeled as “antibacterial” can keep you and your family away from germs and disease? According to FDA, there isn’t enough science to show that antibacterial soaps are better at preventing at preventing illness than washing with plain soap and water. Secondly, since health benefits from antibacterial hand soap have not been proven, while they many are still widely used, are there potential negative effects on health, when they are used in long term? Yes. Antibacterial hand soaps may contain ingredients that are harmful to the body when used daily over a long period of time. Antibacterial soaps (and wash) include foam and liquid products, gel hand soaps, bar soaps, and body washes. What chemical ingredients in hand soap are harmful to the body? Many antibacterial soaps contain triclosan and triclocarban. These two active chemical ingredients in antibacterial hand soap are harmful to the body. Animal studies have shown that triclosan and triclocarban alter the way some hormones work in the body. The FDA, in its 2013 ruling, proclaimed: “Using these products might give people a false sense of security.” Manufacturers of hand soaps with these harmful ingredients have not proven that the chemicals are safe for daily use. They are therefore unsafe. What can you do if soap and water are not available? If soap and water are not available, a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol could be used instead.

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